Equity Profile

SOUN

SoundHound AI, Inc.

Information TechnologyApplication Software$3.2B

Aug6Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

SoundHound AI, Inc. is a technology company specializing in application software that leverages artificial intelligence for voice recognition and natural language processing....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share will indicate how well the company is managing its costs and generating revenue, especially in a competitive tech landscape.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Understanding revenue trends will help gauge market demand for SoundHound's AI solutions and overall business health.

N/A

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

SOUN Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

SoundHound AI, Inc. is a technology company specializing in application software that leverages artificial intelligence for voice recognition and natural language processing. As AI continues to grow in importance across various sectors, SoundHound's innovations in voice technology could play a significant role in enhancing user experiences and driving consumer engagement.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+56.38%

Avg Stock Reaction

+2.36%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, SoundHound reported an EPS of -$0.06, outperforming expectations by 44.44%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.77% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are generally optimistic about SoundHound's upcoming earnings, especially given the company's consistent ability to beat EPS estimates in recent quarters.

Bull Case

If SoundHound continues its trend of beating EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational efficiency and increased market confidence, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or shows signs of slowing growth, it could lead to a significant sell-off, especially given the high implied volatility in the options market.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

Given the company's history of beating EPS estimates, this figure will be crucial in determining market sentiment and stock movement post-earnings.

What is the revenue growth rate compared to last quarter?

Investors will closely watch revenue growth as it reflects the demand for SoundHound's products and overall business momentum.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate SoundHound's ability to leverage its AI technology for revenue growth, especially given its recent performance in beating EPS estimates.

Supporting Evidence

SoundHound has consistently beaten EPS estimates, suggesting stronger operational performance than anticipated.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, indicating that traders expect volatility which may not align with consensus expectations.

The company's focus on innovative AI solutions could drive unexpected demand, leading to better-than-expected revenue growth.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in below -$0.04, it could challenge the narrative of operational improvement.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance will be pivotal in assessing the company's growth trajectory and operational efficiency in the competitive AI landscape.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.04 or better would confirm the bull case, indicating continued operational improvement.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.10 or worse would confirm the bear case, suggesting potential challenges in revenue generation.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±41.81%

Historical Avg

±6.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, indicating that traders expect considerable volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±41.8% while SOUN has averaged ±6.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.9%

30d HV

79.1%

Calls (6.1M)P/C Ratio: 0.08Puts (803K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Information Technology

n=30

Fade rate: 4 of 9 (44%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Information Technology in the last 2 years. 4 of 9 faded and 5 held — no strong directional bias after the initial reaction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.4%, with a raw directional average of -0.5% (modestly negative historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If SoundHound beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 2.36%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await further guidance from management.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 6.53%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·1 sell

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$1,001.00–$15,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-LACleo FieldsRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new AI product launches or partnerships.
2Insights into customer adoption rates for SoundHound's technology.
3Management's outlook on revenue growth for the next quarter.
4Details on cost management strategies and their impact on profitability.
5Any commentary on competitive pressures in the AI space.

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Company Snapshot

SoundHound AI, Inc. is a technology company specializing in application software that leverages artificial intelligence for voice recognition and natural language processing....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share will indicate how well the company is managing its costs and generating revenue, especially in a competitive tech landscape.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Understanding revenue trends will help gauge market demand for SoundHound's AI solutions and overall business health.

N/A

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

SOUN Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+56.38%

Avg Stock Reaction

+2.36%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, SoundHound reported an EPS of -$0.06, outperforming expectations by 44.44%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.77% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are generally optimistic about SoundHound's upcoming earnings, especially given the company's consistent ability to beat EPS estimates in recent quarters.

Bull Case

If SoundHound continues its trend of beating EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational efficiency and increased market confidence, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or shows signs of slowing growth, it could lead to a significant sell-off, especially given the high implied volatility in the options market.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

Given the company's history of beating EPS estimates, this figure will be crucial in determining market sentiment and stock movement post-earnings.

What is the revenue growth rate compared to last quarter?

Investors will closely watch revenue growth as it reflects the demand for SoundHound's products and overall business momentum.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate SoundHound's ability to leverage its AI technology for revenue growth, especially given its recent performance in beating EPS estimates.

Supporting Evidence

SoundHound has consistently beaten EPS estimates, suggesting stronger operational performance than anticipated.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, indicating that traders expect volatility which may not align with consensus expectations.

The company's focus on innovative AI solutions could drive unexpected demand, leading to better-than-expected revenue growth.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in below -$0.04, it could challenge the narrative of operational improvement.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance will be pivotal in assessing the company's growth trajectory and operational efficiency in the competitive AI landscape.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.04 or better would confirm the bull case, indicating continued operational improvement.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.10 or worse would confirm the bear case, suggesting potential challenges in revenue generation.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±41.81%

Historical Avg

±6.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, indicating that traders expect considerable volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±41.8% while SOUN has averaged ±6.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.9%

30d HV

79.1%

Calls (6.1M)P/C Ratio: 0.08Puts (803K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Information Technology

n=30

Fade rate: 4 of 9 (44%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If SoundHound beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 2.36%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await further guidance from management.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 6.53%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·1 sell

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$1,001.00–$15,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-LACleo FieldsRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new AI product launches or partnerships.
2Insights into customer adoption rates for SoundHound's technology.
3Management's outlook on revenue growth for the next quarter.
4Details on cost management strategies and their impact on profitability.
5Any commentary on competitive pressures in the AI space.