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SoundHound AI Inc (SOUN) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

SoundHound AI Inc stock (SOUN) is currently trading at $6.55. SoundHound AI Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 19.57. Analyst consensus price target for SOUN is $14.62. WallStSmart rates SOUN as Sell.

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SOUN

SoundHound AI Inc

NASDAQTECHNOLOGY
$6.55
$0.33 (-4.73%)
52W$6.52
$22.17
Target$14.62+123.2%

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Smart Analysis

SoundHound AI Inc (SOUN) · 8 metrics scored

Smart Score

25
out of 100
Grade: F
Avoid
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in revenue growth. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Significant fundamental concerns warrant caution or avoidance.

SoundHound AI Inc (SOUN) Key Strengths (2)

Avg Score: 8.5/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
59.40%10/10

Revenue surging 59.40% year-over-year

Market CapQuality
$3.31B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

SOUN Target Price
$14.62
62% Upside

SoundHound AI Inc (SOUN) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 1.7/10
Return on EquityProfitability
-4.33%0/10

Company is destroying shareholder value

Operating MarginProfitability
-74.20%0/10

Losing money on operations

Profit MarginProfitability
-8.29%0/10

Company is losing money with a negative profit margin

Price/SalesValuation
19.572/10

Very expensive at 19.6x annual revenue

Price/BookValuation
6.872/10

Very expensive at 6.9x book value

Institutional Own.Quality
46.84%6/10

Moderate institutional interest at 46.84%

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
227.27
Expensive
Price/Sales (TTM)
19.57
Overvalued
EV/Revenue
17.43
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Overall Assessment

This company scores 25/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 8 metrics analyzed, 2 register as strengths (avg 8.5/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 1.7/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 59.40%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (19.57), Price/Book (6.87) suggest expensive pricing. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -4.33%, Operating Margin at -74.20%, Profit Margin at -8.29%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at -4.33% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 59.40% strong but requiring continuation.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Return on Equity and Operating Margin are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for SoundHound AI Inc (SOUN) · TECHNOLOGYSOFTWARE - APPLICATION

The Big Picture

SoundHound AI Inc is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 169M with 59% growth year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -8.3% profit margin.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 59% YoY, reaching 169M. This pace significantly outperforms most SOFTWARE - APPLICATION peers.

Low Leverage

Debt-to-equity ratio of 0.01 indicates a conservative balance sheet with 269M in cash.

Operating at a Loss

The company is unprofitable with a -8.3% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.

Negative Free Cash Flow

Free cash flow is -44M, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.

What to Watch Next

Growth sustainability: can SoundHound AI Inc maintain 59%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Volatility is elevated with a beta of 2.88, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.

Sector dynamics: monitor SOFTWARE - APPLICATION industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact SoundHound AI Inc.

Bottom Line

SoundHound AI Inc is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 59% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin -8.3% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(10 last 3 months)

Total Buys
0
Total Sells
10
Jan 9, 2026(1 transaction)
STONEHOCKER, TIMOTHY
Chief Technology Officer
Sell
Shares
-29,676
Dec 26, 2025(1 transaction)
EMAMI, MAJID
CSO & SVP, Engineering, 10% Owner
Sell
Shares
-32,741
Dec 24, 2025(1 transaction)
STONEHOCKER, TIMOTHY
Chief Technology Officer
Sell
Shares
-2,121
Dec 23, 2025(1 transaction)
SROKA, DIANA
Director
Sell
Shares
-1,343

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 12:37:59 PM

About SoundHound AI Inc(SOUN)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

TECHNOLOGY

Industry

SOFTWARE - APPLICATION

Country

USA

SoundHound AI, Inc. develops an independent voice artificial intelligence (AI) platform that enables businesses in all industries to deliver high-quality conversational experiences to their customers. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

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