The hardest part of QE is yet to come

We do not think that reversing quantitative easing (QE) is an immediate concern for the Bank of England. Not only will the large amount of spare capacity keep inflationary pressures subdued for some time yet, but the looming fiscal tightening will delay the need for tighter monetary policy.

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