Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Revenue and Adjusted OIBDA by Segment) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
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Jun. 30, 2016 |
Jun. 30, 2015 |
Jun. 30, 2016 |
Jun. 30, 2015 |
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| Net revenue | $ 2,063 | $ 1,998 | $ 4,076 | $ 3,936 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 463 | 449 | 878 | 856 |
| QVC-U.S. | ||||
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net revenue | 1,428 | 1,406 | 2,835 | 2,748 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 363 | 349 | 689 | 655 |
| QVC- International | ||||
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net revenue | 635 | 592 | 1,241 | 1,188 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | $ 100 | $ 100 | $ 189 | $ 201 |
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- Definition Total revenue from sale of goods and services rendered during the reporting period, in the normal course of business, reduced by sales returns and allowances, and sales discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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