Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Revenue and Adjusted OIBDA by Segment) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions |
3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||
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Sep. 30, 2016 |
Sep. 30, 2015 |
Sep. 30, 2016 |
Sep. 30, 2015 |
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| Net revenue | $ 1,948 | $ 2,007 | $ 6,024 | $ 5,943 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 393 | 430 | 1,271 | 1,286 |
| QVC-U.S. | ||||
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| Net revenue | 1,338 | 1,420 | 4,173 | 4,168 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 308 | 333 | 997 | 988 |
| QVC- International | ||||
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net revenue | 610 | 587 | 1,851 | 1,775 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | $ 85 | $ 97 | $ 274 | $ 298 |
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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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