Equity Profile

SOUN

SoundHound AI, Inc.

Information TechnologyApplication Software$2.8B

Aug6Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

SoundHound AI, Inc. is a technology company specializing in voice recognition and natural language processing....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS (Earnings Per Share)

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

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Revenue Growth

Investors will look for signs of revenue growth to gauge market demand for SoundHound's products and services.

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 voice recognition and natural language processing. As a player in the AI and application software space, it aims to enhance user experiences through innovative voice-enabled solutions, which are increasingly relevant in today's digital landscape.

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

Overall expectations for SoundHound's upcoming earnings are mixed, with a focus on profitability and revenue growth. Investors are eager to see if the company can maintain its positive surprise trend.

Bull Case

The optimistic view hinges on continued strong performance in EPS and potential revenue growth, which could indicate robust demand for SoundHound's AI solutions.

Bear Case

On the flip side, if the company fails to meet expectations for revenue or shows signs of slowing growth, it could lead to a negative market reaction.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and how does it compare to previous quarters?

Given the company's history of beating EPS estimates, a strong performance could boost investor confidence.

What is the outlook for revenue growth moving forward?

Revenue growth is critical for SoundHound's long-term success, and any signs of stagnation could raise concerns.

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, given its recent positive EPS surprises.

Supporting Evidence

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

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting heightened expectations.

The company's innovative technology could capture more market share than analysts expect.

Key Risk

If revenue growth comes in below expectations, it could undermine the positive narrative surrounding the company's performance.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is focused on whether SoundHound can sustain its positive earnings surprises and show tangible revenue growth.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.04 or better, indicating continued improvement in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS worse than -$0.06, which could signal deeper financial issues.

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, suggesting that traders anticipate volatility around the earnings report.

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)

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 the bullish outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with historical patterns suggesting a possible drop of around -9.48% based on past reactions.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches or partnerships that could drive revenue.
2Details on customer acquisition and retention rates.
3Management's commentary on market trends and competitive positioning.
4Insights into operational efficiencies and cost management strategies.

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Company Snapshot

SoundHound AI, Inc. is a technology company specializing in voice recognition and natural language processing....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS (Earnings Per Share)

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Investors will look for signs of revenue growth to gauge market demand for SoundHound's products and services.

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

Bull Case

The optimistic view hinges on continued strong performance in EPS and potential revenue growth, which could indicate robust demand for SoundHound's AI solutions.

Bear Case

On the flip side, if the company fails to meet expectations for revenue or shows signs of slowing growth, it could lead to a negative market reaction.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and how does it compare to previous quarters?

Given the company's history of beating EPS estimates, a strong performance could boost investor confidence.

What is the outlook for revenue growth moving forward?

Revenue growth is critical for SoundHound's long-term success, and any signs of stagnation could raise concerns.

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, given its recent positive EPS surprises.

Supporting Evidence

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

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting heightened expectations.

The company's innovative technology could capture more market share than analysts expect.

Key Risk

If revenue growth comes in below expectations, it could undermine the positive narrative surrounding the company's performance.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is focused on whether SoundHound can sustain its positive earnings surprises and show tangible revenue growth.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.04 or better, indicating continued improvement in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS worse than -$0.06, which could signal deeper financial issues.

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, suggesting that traders anticipate volatility around the earnings report.

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)

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 the bullish outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with historical patterns suggesting a possible drop of around -9.48% based on past reactions.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches or partnerships that could drive revenue.
2Details on customer acquisition and retention rates.
3Management's commentary on market trends and competitive positioning.
4Insights into operational efficiencies and cost management strategies.