SoundHound AI Surges 7.3% on $1.31 Billion Trading Volume as Healthcare Partnership and 200% Revenue Growth Propel 62nd-Ranked Stock

On September 5, 2025, SoundHound AI (SOUN) surged 7.30% with a trading volume of $1.31 billion, ranking 62nd in U.S. market activity. The rally followed renewed investor interest driven by strategic advancements in voice commerce and healthcare integration.

Key catalysts included a partnership with Primary Health Solutions, which deployed SoundHound’s AI Agent Platform to enhance patient engagement. This marked a significant step in scaling conversational AI within healthcare. Additionally, the company reported record revenue growth exceeding 200% year-over-year, accompanied by a raised full-year outlook and the launch of its Vision AI technology.

Options market activity also intensified, with 224,764 call contracts traded on September 4—a 87% increase from average volumes—reflecting strong bullish sentiment. However, recent volatility, including a 3.7% pullback and a 1% dip earlier in the week, highlighted ongoing profit-taking by short-term traders. Analysts noted the stock’s elevated forward price-to-sales ratio of 26.1x, which may deter value-focused investors.

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