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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
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |
Net revenue | $ 2,093 | $ 1,965
Adjusted OIBDA Excluding Transaction Related Costs | 433 | 434
QVC-U.S. |  |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |
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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