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, 2018 |
Jun. 30, 2017 |
Jun. 30, 2018 |
Jun. 30, 2017 |
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| Net revenue | $ 2,083 | $ 1,979 | $ 4,176 | $ 3,944 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 455 | 468 | 888 | 902 |
| QVC-U.S. | ||||
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net revenue | 1,427 | 1,367 | 2,844 | 2,737 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | 355 | 361 | 681 | 697 |
| QVC- International | ||||
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Net revenue | 656 | 612 | 1,332 | 1,207 |
| Adjusted OIBDA | $ 100 | $ 107 | $ 207 | $ 205 |
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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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