Determine the FCFE for a company with net cash provided by operating activities of $180,000, capital expenditures of $50,000, debt repayments of $40,000, and new debt issued of $30,000. Discuss how FCFE is used in equity valuation and its significance in assessing a company’s financial health and shareholder returns. Analyze the impact of changes in operating cash flows, capital expenditures, and financing activities on FCFE. Consider how FCFE can provide insights into the company’s ability to generate cash flows available for dividends and stock buybacks. Discuss the strategic implications of FCFE for financial planning, investment decisions, and capital structure management. Explain how FCFE differs from other cash flow metrics like free cash flow to the firm (FCFF) and net cash provided by operating activities, and why it is particularly relevant for equity investors.