But if you can't make up your mind on what sector to invest in or don't want to split up your money among different funds or stocks, then simply investing in the entire stock market may be your best buy. That's what you can get with the Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares (NYSEArca:VTI).
The goal is to mimic the total market and this ETF does a great job of that; year to date, it has generated returns of around 16%, tracking very closely with the S&P 500 which is up by a similar percentage.
Investing in the Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund is a great way to invest in the stock market without worrying about not just picking individual stocks but even sectors. It is the ultimate buy-and-forget investment that you can continue piling money into over the years.