Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly redrawing the lines on Wall Street, and SoundHound AI (SOUN) is firmly on the radar. With a focused approach combining large language models and speech recognition, the company is developing voice-based platforms that cater to real-world commercial applications.
On June 30, SOUN stock jumped more than 9%, sharply outperforming the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) and the Nasdaq Composite ($NASX), both of which inched up less than 0.5%. The rally followed a string of promising developments, including rapid revenue growth and expanding partnerships.
In its most recent quarter, SoundHound’s revenue surged more than 150% as demand across sectors picked up pace. Moreover, the broader AI voice market — now projected to reach $140 billion — offers a long runway. With economic conditions beginning to stabilize, investors are reevaluating growth names with strong fundamentals.
About SoundHound Stock
SoundHound is headquartered in Santa Clara, California and develops conversational intelligence tools powered by AI. The company currently holds a market capitalization of $4.5 billion. Its technology suite includes the Houndify platform, SoundHound Chat AI, and SoundHound Smart Answering, among others.
In terms of stock performance, SOUN has delivered substantial returns. Over the past 52 weeks, the share price has surged 182%. In just the last three months, SOUN stock has also gained 33%, reflecting growing investor conviction around SoundHound's growth path and relevance in the AI ecosystem.
Valuation-wise, SOUN stock trades at 49 times forward sales, a multiple well above the industry average. The premium pricing reflects the market’s current appetite for high-growth names operating in transformative technologies.
A Closer Look at SoundHound’s Q1 Earnings
SoundHound’s Q1 fiscal 2025 results, reported on May 8, brought a solid bottom-line beat and renewed investor interest. On the same day, the stock rose 6%, signaling that markets welcomed the update. The company posted revenue of $29.1 million, up 151% year-over-year (YOY) but slightly below the $30.5 million consensus estimate.
Non-GAAP gross profit grew 95% to $14.8 million, showing improved efficiency and top-line strength. Non-GAAP net loss widened 10% to $22.3 million compared to the prior year’s period. Yet, despite the broader net figure, earnings per share improved significantly.
EPS came in at $0.31, far stronger than the estimated loss of $0.08 per share. Non-GAAP net loss per share narrowed by $0.01 to $0.06. The company exited the quarter with $246 million in cash and no debt, giving it ample liquidity to continue scaling without financial constraints.
Operationally, SoundHound continues to expand across multiple industries. In Q1, it extended its partnership with one of the largest U.S. pizza chains, integrating AI-powered phone answering at thousands of outlets, and partnered with Tencent Intelligent Mobility to embed voice AI into automotive cockpits. Last quarter, SoundHound also renewed or expanded relationships with three healthcare providers. Finally, it signed strategic pilots with leading fitness chains and home service franchises, unlocking AI access to thousands of business locations.
SoundHound has reiterated its 2025 revenue guidance in the range of $157 million to $177 million. Management also indicated that first-half revenue this year could exceed the company’s historical seasonal mix, where the first half typically accounts for about 30% of annual revenue. The projection has now shifted higher, with expectations holding firm around the 40% mark, signaling stronger early-year performance and more balanced growth across quarters.
Looking ahead, analysts expect the Q2 2025 loss per share to improve by 18% YOY, narrowing to $0.09. For the full fiscal year, loss per share is projected to contract by 61.5% to $0.40. The trend is expected to continue into fiscal 2026, with forecasts pointing to a further 45% reduction in loss per share to $0.22.
What Do Analysts Expect for SoundHound Stock?
SOUN stock currently holds a “Moderate Buy” overall rating. Out of the seven analysts covering the stock, four rate it as a “Strong Buy” while three suggest to “Hold” onto the stock.
The average price target of $11.50 represents potential upside of 3.6% from current levels. Meanwhile, the Street-High target of $18 suggests a potential climb of 62% from current levels.
