The ratings are dynamic and changes everyday in different rating sites.
each trader has his own criteria to choose the best broker. actually I had used many of them.
I prefer stable platform with good customer service, some are good, like
Hotforex, Fxcm and Roboforex. I am using Hotforex as my major account now.
Just heard IBFX was bought by Trade Station.
You’re correct with your gut feeling. FXCM is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).
All things are difficult before they are easy. 
Hello @john_fisher , just wondering, you mean pepperstone or is papperstone another broker ?, if its another broker, can you please share his URL . thanks for your help