Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Revenue and Adjusted OIBDA by Segment) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions |
3 Months Ended | |
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Mar. 31, 2018 |
Mar. 31, 2017 |
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| Net revenue | $ 2,093 | $ 1,965 |
| Adjusted OIBDA Excluding Transaction Related Costs | 433 | 434 |
| QVC-U.S. | ||
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| Net revenue | 1,417 | 1,370 |
| Adjusted OIBDA Excluding Transaction Related Costs | 326 | 336 |
| QVC-International | ||
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Net revenue | 676 | 595 |
| Adjusted OIBDA Excluding Transaction Related Costs | $ 107 | $ 98 |
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- Definition Adjusted OIBDA during the reporting period. Adjusted OIBDA is defined as revenue less cost of sales, operating expenses, and selling, general and administrative expenses (excluding transaction related costs and stock-based compensation). No definition available.
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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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