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SoundHound AI to Report 2025 Second Quarter Financial Results, Host Conference Call and Webcast on August 7
SoundHound AI to Report 2025 Second Quarter Financial Results, Host Conference Call and Webcast on August 7

Business Wire

time11 hours ago

  • Business
  • Business Wire

SoundHound AI to Report 2025 Second Quarter Financial Results, Host Conference Call and Webcast on August 7

SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SoundHound AI, Inc. (Nasdaq: SOUN), a global leader in voice artificial intelligence, today announced that it will report its 2025 second quarter financial results on Thursday, August 7, 2025 after market close. The company will host a conference call and webcast to review the results on the same day. Conference Call and Webcast Information Keyvan Mohajer, Co-Founder and CEO, and Nitesh Sharan, CFO, will host the conference call at 2:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. ET. A live audio webcast will be available at and a replay will be available at the same location. If you wish to receive company email notifications, please register at About SoundHound AI SoundHound (Nasdaq: SOUN), a global leader in voice and conversational intelligence, delivers AI solutions that allow businesses to offer superior experiences to their customers. Built on proprietary technology, SoundHound's voice AI delivers best-in-class speed and accuracy in numerous languages to product creators and service providers across retail, financial services, healthcare, automotive, smart devices, and restaurants. The company's various groundbreaking AI-driven products include Smart Answering, Smart Ordering, Dynamic Drive-Thru, and the Amelia Platform, which powers AI Agents for enterprise. In addition, SoundHound Chat AI, a powerful voice assistant with integrated Generative AI, and Autonomics, a category-leading operations platform that automates IT processes, have allowed SoundHound to power millions of products and services, and processes billions of interactions each year for world class businesses. For more information, visit:

This Magnificent Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Is Down 50%. Buy the Dip, or Run for the Hills?
This Magnificent Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Is Down 50%. Buy the Dip, or Run for the Hills?

Globe and Mail

time3 days ago

  • Business
  • Globe and Mail

This Magnificent Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Is Down 50%. Buy the Dip, or Run for the Hills?

Key Points SoundHound shares have dropped more than 50% from their highs. The company is working to combine its AI voice technology with AI agents. If the company can become a leader in the agentic AI space, it could have huge upside. 10 stocks we like better than SoundHound AI › SoundHound AI (NASDAQ: SOUN) exploded onto investors' radars when Nvidia disclosed a stake last year. The stock took off as enthusiasm soared, but has cooled off since. Shares are now down more than 50% from their highs. The question is whether that drop is a red flag or a buying opportunity. Looking to combine voice and agentic AI SoundHound started out as an artificial intelligence (AI) voice company whose platform goes beyond traditional speech recognition. Its "speech-to-meaning" and "deep meaning understanding" technology are designed to not just convert words into text, but to interpret what someone actually wants in real time before they are even finished speaking. SoundHound has established a strong foothold in the automobile and restaurant industries. Major automakers, such as Hyundai and Stellantis, use its platform to power voice assistants in their vehicles, while fast-food chains are embedding its technology into drive-thrus, phone orders, and kiosks. The company is seeing strong traction in these industries, but that's part of the story. The other part is what came with the company's $80 million acquisition of Amelia in 2024. Amelia specialized in virtual agents for industries like healthcare, insurance, and financial services. These are consumer-facing industries where compliance, transactional complexity, and industry-specific jargon make voice integration more difficult. SoundHound bought Amelia not only to gain customers in these verticals, but to also gain access to its technology. In essence, it allowed the company to combine its advanced speech recognition technology with Amelia's conversational intelligence. Amelia also gave SoundHound an important missing piece to go beyond voice and enter the world of agentic AI. SoundHound isn't looking to be just an AI voice company anymore, it's positioning itself as an autonomous voice agent technology company. Its launch of its Amelia 7.0 platform is a big step forward in this vision. The platform is designed to act like a digital employee that can understand intent, reason, interact with humans naturally, and then autonomously complete tasks. While chatbots may struggle with interruptions or someone rephrasing something, Amelia 7.0's voice first technology helps it excels in these areas. Amelia can also be integrated with enterprise systems, such as enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms, customer relationship management (CRM) platforms, help desks, banking systems, and medical and insurance platforms. It can also carry out very industry specific tasks. For example, within healthcare, it can help a patient who calls a medical practice find the right specialist, schedule an appointment, get prior authorization, and take their insurance information. Meanwhile, for financial services, it would be able to handle tasks such as balance transfers, transaction disputes, or even make complex stock and options trades. That type of voice AI platform can be real cost saver for companies, so it has a huge opportunity in front of it. However, it also has real work to do. All about execution While SoundHound just posted 151% revenue growth in Q1, it's still not profitable and its gross margin has come under pressure. The Amelia deal brought over some lower-margin legacy contracts, and amortization costs from the acquisition are also weighing on reported results. Last quarter, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) gross margin dropped to 36.5%, although adjusted gross margin was higher at 50.8%. SoundHound is aiming to get gross margin back above 70% over time. It last hit that level in the fourth quarter of 2023, before the Amelia deal closed. Management has been clear that improving its margin profile is a key focus, and as low-margin contracts expire and get renegotiated, those numbers should improve. The path from here is all about execution. SoundHound has an intriguing technology and a differentiated product. However, it faces competition from bigger companies that have more resources and large installed user bases. The pullback in the stock has more to do with sentiment and valuation than it does with its growth outlook. The stock has never been cheap, and it likely won't be anytime soon. But that's the case with most companies with huge future opportunities. If SoundHound succeeds in becoming a premier agentic AI company, the drop in share price will look like a gift. However, if it stumbles on execution or gets outflanked by a bigger player, it won't matter how strong its tech is. The simple fact also is that the best technology doesn't always win. Sony is a company that knows this very well. Its superior Betamax technology lost to VHS in the early days of VCRs. However, the company learned its lesson when DVDs came around, with its Blu-ray technology being the winner over HD DVD, despite arguably being the lesser technology. Time will tell who comes out on top with AI agents. Is SoundHound stock a buy? SoundHound is at the intersection of voice AI and AI agents, which has the potential to be an absolutely huge market. Meanwhile, with a market cap of less than $5 billion, the stock has a lot of runway if it can become one of the major players in this market. Overall, an investment in SoundHound stock is a high-upside bet on a potentially big trend. For long-term investors who can handle volatility, buying this dip could be a great opportunity. Just remember, though, this is still a high risk-reward stock. Should you invest $1,000 in SoundHound AI right now? Before you buy stock in SoundHound AI, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy now… and SoundHound AI wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $652,133!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $1,056,790!* Now, it's worth noting Stock Advisor's total average return is 1,048% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to 180% for the S&P 500. Don't miss out on the latest top 10 list, available when you join Stock Advisor. See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of July 15, 2025

‘Stay Realistic,' Says Piper Sandler About SoundHound AI Stock
‘Stay Realistic,' Says Piper Sandler About SoundHound AI Stock

Business Insider

time3 days ago

  • Business
  • Business Insider

‘Stay Realistic,' Says Piper Sandler About SoundHound AI Stock

SoundHound AI (NASDAQ:SOUN) stock has benefited from growing excitement around voice-enabled AI, surging 156% over the past year. However, that momentum may have outpaced the company's ability to deliver in the near term. Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. Make smarter investment decisions with TipRanks' Smart Investor Picks, delivered to your inbox every week. While the long-term thesis remains intact, Piper Sandler analyst James Fish has recently stepped back from his bullish stance. His concerns now center on execution timing, the pressure to achieve profitability, and the challenge of balancing growth investments with delivering near-term performance. These concerns carry more weight given where SoundHound is headed. The company is in the midst of a shift from one-time auto and royalty revenues to a more stable, subscription-driven model. It's a promising direction, but one that also raises the stakes. Subscription businesses depend on consistent execution, efficient sales strategies, and upfront investment, and any missteps can quickly slow momentum. That's why Fish, while optimistic about SoundHound's tech – particularly its integration of automatic speech recognition (ASR) with natural language understanding (NLU) – argues that the company needs to step up its go-to-market efforts. Without stronger investment in sales and distribution, the transition to a recurring revenue model could fall short of its potential. That caution has deepened in recent months, as several key risks have come into focus. For one, the company's 2H25 outlook already assumes solid execution across all three pillars, but delays are becoming more likely. Deals expected to close this year may now slip into 2026. Meanwhile, SoundHound is trying to balance the pursuit of profitability with continued investment in Amelia's growth, an increasingly difficult juggling act. Even if Amelia performs well, it could trigger higher earn-outs and lead to increased dilution. Combined with a valuation above 20x 2026 estimates, which already bakes in strong performance, these dynamics significantly raise the stakes for hitting second-half targets. Supporting these concerns, Fish's 1H25 CIO Survey found strong interest in Voice AI, but only 17% of respondents indicated plans to engage with standalone vendors like Amelia – a signal that broader adoption may be slower than anticipated. Moreover, recent checks in both the CX and Amelia segments revealed limited traction, growing competitive pressure, and a lack of major customer wins. Compounding that, SoundHound's automotive growth depends on a robust 2H ramp-up, yet macroeconomic headwinds may limit sales and production across the sector. 'We remain constructive on the long-term opportunities, and 2H25 execution could create a squeeze on shares, but fundamentally, we see a balanced risk-reward here,' Fish summed up. As a result, Fish downgraded SoundHound shares from Overweight (i.e., Buy) to Neutral, while maintaining a $12 price target, implying a ~6% downside from current levels. (To watch Fish's track record, click here) That's one cautious take – but what does the broader Street think? 3 other analysts join Fish on the sidelines, and with an additional 3 Buy ratings, SOUN carries a Moderate Buy consensus. However, the $11.50 average price target implies a potential 10% downside over the next 12 months. (See SOUN stock forecast) To find good ideas for stocks trading at attractive valuations, visit TipRanks' Best Stocks to Buy, a tool that unites all of TipRanks' equity insights.

SOUN or CRWV: Which AI Stock Could Deliver Bigger Gains for Investors?
SOUN or CRWV: Which AI Stock Could Deliver Bigger Gains for Investors?

Business Insider

time3 days ago

  • Business
  • Business Insider

SOUN or CRWV: Which AI Stock Could Deliver Bigger Gains for Investors?

The AI revolution is gaining momentum, and two companies, CoreWeave, Inc. (CRWV) and SoundHound AI, Inc. (SOUN), are emerging as strong contenders. CoreWeave's stock has skyrocketed over 250% year-to-date, while SoundHound AI has delivered gains of more than 110% over the past year, highlighting growing investor interest in both names. Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. Make smarter investment decisions with TipRanks' Smart Investor Picks, delivered to your inbox every week. SoundHound is a rising player using its voice AI technology in different industries, including automotive and hospitality. Meanwhile, CoreWeave is an AI cloud-computing company specializing in GPU-powered cloud services. While both companies offer exposure to AI-driven innovation, their business models differ significantly. So, which stock stands out as the better buy right now? Let's break it down. Is SoundHound a Good Long-Term Investment? With rising demand for faster service and ongoing labor shortages, restaurants are turning to voice automation, boosting adoption of SoundHound's solutions by clients like Chipotle (CMG) and Casey's General Stores (CASY). The strong demand was reflected in the company's performance. SoundHound reported a 151% year-over-year growth in Q1 revenues, reaching $29.1 million. However, profitability remains elusive, with an adjusted EBITDA loss of $61.9 million last year. With the conversational AI market projected to grow from $17.05 billion in 2025 to $49.80 billion by 2031, according to MarketsandMarkets, the company is well-positioned to expand its customer base and capitalize on this growth. Looking ahead, it expects full-year revenue to double, forecasting between $157 million and $177 million, up from $84.5 million in 2024. Moreover, SoundHound's $1.2 billion booking backlog for 2024 underscores strong visibility into future revenue and signals robust long-term growth potential. In terms of challenges, SoundHound faces stiff competition from tech giants like Amazon's (AMZN) Alexa, Alphabet's (GOOGL) Google Assistant, and Apple's (AAPL) Siri, all of which are aggressively investing in their voice AI platforms. Is CoreWeave a Good Investment? While SoundHound AI is gaining traction in the voice automation space, CoreWeave is making waves in a different corner of the AI market. CoreWeave has outshone even the big-name tech stocks this year, thanks to its strong connection with Nvidia (NVDA). The company gives clients access to a large supply of Nvidia chips, hosted in over 30 data centers. With high demand for Nvidia's powerful new Blackwell chips, investors are increasingly optimistic about CoreWeave's future. In terms of financial performance, CoreWeave reported Q1 2025 revenue of $971.63 million, marking a 420% year-over-year surge from $188.6 million. At the same time, adjusted EBITDA jumped 480% to $606.13 million, with an impressive 62% margin. Additionally, CoreWeave's $26 billion backlog at the end of Q1, up 63% year-over-year, is already above the company's 2025 guidance of $5 billion, underscoring robust growth momentum. Using TipRanks' Stock Comparison Tool, we have compared SOUN and CRWV to see which stock analysts currently favor. SoundHound's stock currently holds a Moderate Buy rating, with an average price target of $11.51, implying a 10% downside from current levels. Meanwhile, CRWV stock carries a Hold consensus, based on 4 Buy, 15 Hold, and 1 Sell ratings over the past three months. CoreWeave's average price target of $99.39 suggests a more significant 19% downside. Conclusion SoundHound and CoreWeave have emerged as standout players in their respective AI domains—voice AI and AI infrastructure. While both stocks have recently surged, leading current analyst price targets to imply some short-term downside, this does not overshadow their long-term potential. With strong fundamentals and strategic positioning in high-growth areas of the AI sector, both companies are well-placed to capitalize on the massive expansion expected in the years ahead. Investors may need to brace for near-term volatility, but the long-term growth story remains firmly intact.

Stocks making big moves yesterday: DXP, Commvault Systems, Light & Wonder, SoundHound AI, and Universal Health Services
Stocks making big moves yesterday: DXP, Commvault Systems, Light & Wonder, SoundHound AI, and Universal Health Services

Yahoo

time6 days ago

  • Business
  • Yahoo

Stocks making big moves yesterday: DXP, Commvault Systems, Light & Wonder, SoundHound AI, and Universal Health Services

Check out the companies making headlines yesterday: DXP (NASDAQ:DXPE): Industrial distributor DXP Enterprises (NASDAQ:DXPE) fell by 3.5% on Wednesday after the stock appeared to enter a period of profit-taking following a significant recent rally that pushed technical indicators into overbought territory. See our full article here. Is now the time to buy DXP? Access our full analysis report here, it's free. Commvault Systems (NASDAQ:CVLT): Data backup provider Commvault (NASDAQ:CVLT) rose by 3.2% on Wednesday after Guggenheim upgraded the firm's stock to "Buy" from "Neutral". See our full article here. Is now the time to buy Commvault Systems? Access our full analysis report here, it's free. Light & Wonder (NASDAQ:LNW): Gaming products and services provider Light & Wonder (NASDAQ:LNW) rose by 3.2% on Wednesday after an analyst at Truist Securities raised the firm's price target on the stock. See our full article here. Is now the time to buy Light & Wonder? Access our full analysis report here, it's free. SoundHound AI (NASDAQ:SOUN): Voice AI recognition company SoundHound (NASDAQ:SOUN) rose by 4.9% on Wednesday after the company announced a collaboration with Peter Piper Pizza to roll out conversational voice AI for phone orders. See our full article here. Is now the time to buy SoundHound AI? Access our full analysis report here, it's free. Universal Health Services (NYSE:UHS): Hospital management company Universal Health Services (NYSE:UHS) fell by 3.6% on Wednesday after a BofA Securities analyst downgraded the stock and lowered its price target. See our full article here. Is now the time to buy Universal Health Services? Access our full analysis report here, it's free. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data

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