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SoundHound AI’s Upbeat Outlook Meets Pushback as Cramer Labels It a Meme Stock

The voice-AI company posted 2025 revenue of $169 million, projecting 2026 sales above Wall Street forecasts.

Overview

  • Shares are roughly 62% below their 52-week high, with recent coverage citing broader market volatility as a headwind.
  • SoundHound reported on Feb. 26 that 2025 revenue doubled to about $169 million as its fourth quarter grew 59% year over year and its non-GAAP net loss narrowed to $54 million.
  • Management guided 2026 revenue to $225 million–$260 million, above consensus, and the CFO said revenue should ramp through the year given seasonality, large-deal timing, and a rising recurring mix.
  • The company closed more than 100 deals in the fourth quarter and highlighted traction in restaurants and autos, including over 50% growth in automotive monthly users and a 75% rise in audio queries.
  • Investor commentary remains split, with some Yahoo Finance analysis speculating on multiyear upside potential while Jim Cramer criticized the stock as unprofitable and meme-like.