Acquisitions Pro Forma (Details) - Formula 1 - USD ($) $ in Millions |
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Dec. 31, 2017 |
Dec. 31, 2016 |
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| Revenue | $ 7,595 | $ 7,072 |
| Net earnings (loss) | 1,874 | 743 |
| Net earnings (loss) attributable to Liberty stockholders | $ 1,338 | $ 499 |
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- Definition The pro forma net Income or Loss for the period as if the business combination or combinations had been completed at the beginning of a period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/disclosureRef
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- Definition The pro forma revenue for a period as if the business combination or combinations had been completed at the beginning of the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/disclosureRef
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