Difference between Creeping inflation and Running inflation are :
| S.No. | Creeping Inflation | Running Inflation |
| 1. | When the rise in prices is very slow like a snail or creeper, it is called creeping inflation. The rate increases at a mild rate, say to 2% per year | When a price rises at a faster rate and is gener ally around 10 to 20% per annum, it is called running inflation. |
| 2. | Such an increase in prices is regarded safe and essential for economic growth. | It is a warning signal indicating the need for controlling it. |